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Cardinal Rules

Get to know one of North America’s most iconic species and learn how to attract them.

Exploring the Peloponnese with Fido

A journey to the mythical south of Greece.

Doggy Gets a Day Out

Field trip programs allow dogs needed time away from the shelter.

Pawsitive Pawsibilities

Tabitha founded the non-profit Pawsitive Pawsibilities to provide service dogs free of charge to people with physical disabilities.

“How I Spent My Summer Vacation” Winner

Honey and Brynlee enjoying vacation in their double stroller

12 Stays of Christmas

Walking in a winter wonderland takes on a whole new meaning when you and your dog spend the holiday season at one of these Fido-friendly hotels.

Race-Horse To Ranch Horse

WHEN YOU THINK OF WORKING RANCH HORSES, YOU MIGHT UNDERSTANDABLY IMAGINE ROUND QUARTER HORSE RUMPS DOTTING THE LANDSCAPE...AND YOU COULD BE WRONG.

Fostering A Passion

In this new section, we’ll explore how horsemen and -women have introduced children to the horse world. In our first installment, National Finals Rodeo barrel racer Shali Lord discusses how she and her husband have developed a love for horses in their two children, Slade, 8, and Stealy, 3.

Improve That Walk

Ranch riding events and pleasant trail rides call for a horse that walks out smartly. Learn how to use alternating legs to improve your horse’s walk.

Develop A Relationship

Use this basic groundwork drill to establish a good, confident relationship between you and your horse.

Doing Better by the Horse

The recent efforts of equine organizations are helping to advance horse welfare vis-à-vis the humane treatment of show horses. Where do things stand now? We talk with a founding member of AQHA’s Animal Welfare Commission.

Strategies For Stopping Thieves

If it’s on your farm, and it can be sold for money, someone would like to steal it. Here’s what you can do to protect your horses and your property.

Pawsitive Pawsibilities

Tabitha founded the non-profit Pawsitive Pawsibilities to provide service dogs free of charge to people with physical disabilities.

Bend, Oregon

Pet paradise while you stay at the Tetherow and play at Mt. Bachelor.

The Seattle Barkery – A Treat Truck (and more!) for Dogs!

Five years ago, the Fords had a simple idea which started with a quest to provide high-quality treats for dogs. Today their business has grown and is thriving!

Doggy Gets a Day Out

Field trip programs allow dogs needed time away from the shelter.

What To Do If Your Horse Won't Eat

Here are three questions to ask when a healthy horse loses his appetite for no apparent reason.

Healthy Skin Healthy Horse

Learn how to give your horse a healthy glow with a back-to-basics skin-care routine.

Real Riding: Guest Ranches Catering To Equestrians

If you imagine slow, nose-to-tail rides when you hear the term ‘guest ranch,’ think again. We’ve tracked down six top ranch resorts with programs designed for experienced riders.

Groom To Win

From forelocks to fetlocks, good grooming is in the details.

Skill Set Unlocked

Master these milestones to get your horse ready to tackle all-around classes with advice from APHA Professional Horseman Mike Hachtel.

#nofilter

Whether Alex Bauwens is shooting arrows off the back of a horse or sliding to a stop, she’s documenting it on social media to connect with like-minded riders.

Pets: There's an App for your Best Friends

With pet care spending topping $72.56 billion in the United States alone last year, there’s little wonder why companies are cashing in on our obsession for cats, dogs, and other furry friends. This week, we delve deeper into the technology that is improving the lives of our pets, from the pet-friendly portrait mode on the iPhone 11 to pet healthcare innovations…

Thylacosmilus: The South American Sabertooth Predator

Everyone knows about the cats of the Pleistocene that sported enlarged, trenchant canines, such as the sabertooth Smilodon and the scimitartooth Homotherium.

Traveling With Pets

Pet’s carrier

Belted Kingfisher: Loud And Proud

Belted Kingfishers are bluegray birds that are about the size of an American Robin.

Prehistoric Hippopotamus

The heat haze shimmering off the baked earth of the African soil distorts large shapes moving in the distance.

The Moon Through The Hard Water

America Doesn’t Like Me

Fur Names

What is the story behind your cta's name? To be considered for future Fur-Names articles, please contact Mollie at molliewog@gmail.com

Homecoming - Forever Home For All

For our felines, homecoming might be finding the perfect forever home, or finding their way back home again. In this issue, we take a look at cats who have done just that—come home, again.